Roseland, FL Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Roseland, Indian River County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Roseland?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 33 days in the Coastal Indian River forecast zone and Indian River County — the most common reported hazard around Roseland, mostly in June and April. Next come flooding (10 days) and lightning casualties & damage (8 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 33 | Jun 2023 | May 30, 1996 · $100,000 damage |
| Flooding | 10 | Nov 2023 | Aug 19, 2008 · $5.0 million damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 8 | Aug 2023 | Sep 20, 2003 · 1 death |
| Flash flooding | 6 | Oct 2024 | Sep 10, 2017 · $50,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 5 | Oct 2024 | — |
| Storm surge | 2 | Nov 2022 | — |
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, 1996–2026 (the latest year is partial). A "day" is a date with at least one report in the Coastal Indian River forecast zone and Indian River County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Roseland?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMLB (Melbourne, FL), about 22 miles north-northwest. Radar beams climb as they travel, so the height of the lowest scan over town decides how low in a storm the radar can see.
| Radar | Distance | Lowest beam over Roseland | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMLB Melbourne, FL | 22 mi north-northwest | 1,200 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KTBW Tampa, FL | 117 mi west | 12,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KAMX Miami, FL | 154 mi south | 18,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
Beam height is the center of the 0.5° scan above the radar, with standard refraction. Mountains near a radar can block it further.
Tornado & hail history near Roseland
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 101 tornadoes within 25 miles of Roseland, 11 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in October and September. The strongest was an EF3 on October 9, 2024, which passed about 13 miles southeast of town and caused 6 deaths. The most recent was an EF0 on September 7, 2025, which touched down about 14 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 85 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 9 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.00-inch hail on February 13, 1995.
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center — tornadoes 1950–2025, hail 1955–2025. Distances are to each tornado's track; ratings before February 2007 use the original Fujita scale.
On TALON you get Roseland's live radar loop, rain/snow/ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks with arrival times and NWS warnings free; close-up radar and rotation detection are part of TALON Pro.
Roseland radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Roseland, FL?
KMLB (Melbourne, FL), about 22 miles north-northwest. KTBW (Tampa, FL) is 117 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Roseland?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Roseland the lowest scan from KMLB is about 1,200 ft up — excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground.
Is TALON's radar for Roseland free?
Yes — the US radar loop, rain/snow/ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and NWS warnings are free in any browser. Close-up radar, rotation detection and longer forecasts are part of TALON Pro.
Should I rely on radar for my safety?
No app replaces official warnings. When the National Weather Service issues a warning for Roseland, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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